Down Jacket
Penfield began as a down-insulation factory in a Massachusetts mill, and its down-filled jackets remain the label's defining product.
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Penfield
American heritage outdoor brand from Hudson, Massachusetts, known for down-filled parkas and mountain jackets; owned by UK's Brand Machine Group since 2021.
HudsonOrigin
UnisexFocus
Gorpcore / OutdoorStyle
$$Price
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What to know about Penfield
Started as a down factory
Harvey Gross turned a disused Massachusetts textile mill into a down-insulation plant in 1975, and insulated parkas and quilted jackets are still the core of the range.
Named jackets carry the line
The Kasson, Rockford and Lucan remain the recurring styles, so most seasons are variations on established mountain and trail jacket patterns rather than new silhouettes.
New England prep meets ripstop
Flannel shirts, fleeces and logo sweats sit alongside technical shells, pairing Ivy-style references with outdoor fabrics at a mid-tier price.
The pieces that define Penfield
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Lakeville Parka
The quilted, insulated parka — here in the short Lakeville cut — is the New England outdoor silhouette Penfield built its name on.
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How Penfield fits
Overall fit
slightly large
Most shoppers report Penfield pieces fitting on the roomy side of true to size, with a relaxed, layering-friendly cut typical of New England outdoor labels rather than a slim European silhouette.
Tip: Take your normal size if you plan to layer, but consider sizing down one if you want a cleaner, closer fit — especially in shirts and insulated jackets.
Medium confidence · based on 12 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | slightly large | regular to slightly boxy logo sweat fit | Order your usual size for an easy fit, or drop one size for a trimmer shape. |
| Shirts & overshirts | runs large | relaxed overshirt-leaning flannel cut, broad through chest and shoulders | Many find the flannels a size big, so sizing down is common unless you want a shacket-style drape. |
| Jackets | slightly large | relaxed and boxy, cut with room for mid-layers; down parkas like the Kasson and Rockford read especially generous | Stick with your usual size if you wear knitwear or fleece underneath; size down if you want the jacket to sit close over just a tee. |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | true to size | regular, straight-cut body | Take your normal size; the cut is standard rather than fashion-slim. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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Penfield fit questions
Does Penfield run big or small?
Penfield fits slightly large. Take your normal size if you plan to layer, but consider sizing down one if you want a cleaner, closer fit — especially in shirts and insulated jackets. Most shoppers report Penfield pieces fitting on the roomy side of true to size, with a relaxed, layering-friendly cut typical of New England outdoor labels rather than a slim European silhouette.
How does Penfield fit?
Most shoppers report Penfield pieces fitting on the roomy side of true to size, with a relaxed, layering-friendly cut typical of New England outdoor labels rather than a slim European silhouette. Overall shape: relaxed, fairly boxy American outdoor cut with room through the chest and body.
How do Penfield hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Penfield hoodies & sweatshirts fits slightly large. Order your usual size for an easy fit, or drop one size for a trimmer shape. Shape: regular to slightly boxy logo sweat fit.
How do Penfield shirts & overshirts fit?
Penfield shirts & overshirts runs large. Many find the flannels a size big, so sizing down is common unless you want a shacket-style drape. Shape: relaxed overshirt-leaning flannel cut, broad through chest and shoulders.
How do Penfield jackets fit?
Penfield jackets fits slightly large. Stick with your usual size if you wear knitwear or fleece underneath; size down if you want the jacket to sit close over just a tee. Shape: relaxed and boxy, cut with room for mid-layers; down parkas like the Kasson and Rockford read especially generous.
Brand facts
Penfield is an American outdoor label founded in 1975 by Harvey Gross, who converted a disused textile mill in Hudson, Massachusetts into a down-insulation factory. Its output centres on down-filled and quilted parkas, mountain and trail jackets, fleeces, flannel shirts and logo sweats, mixing New England Ivy references with ripstop and technical fabrics. Kasson, Rockford and Lucan style jackets remain core. UK licensing group Brand Machine Group bought the brand in January 2021 and runs it as a wholesale-led business across Europe, North America and Asia.
- Founded
- 1975
- Origin
- Hudson, United States
- Made in
- China
- Price
- $$
- Typical prices
- Jackets $359–$480
- Focus
- Unisex
- Facts checked
- August 2026
- Styles
- Gorpcore / Outdoor, Workwear / Heritage, Streetwear